A deep dive into E. Pira Barolo 2022 and the vision of Chiara Boschis, one of Piedmont’s most influential modern winemakers. From Cannubi to Mosconi, this vintage captures a rare balance of elegance, terroir expression, and early drinkability in Barolo.

Few estates in Piedmont occupy the rarefied position that Vietti holds today. Founded in the late 19th century in Castiglione Falletto, Vietti has long been both a guardian of tradition and a catalyst for progress, helping to define how the world understands Barolo and Barbaresco. Decades before single‑vineyard bottlings became the norm, Vietti was already isolating and elevating individual crus, insisting that Barolo was not a monolith but a mosaic of distinct sites. That conviction—paired with meticulous farming, sensitive winemaking, and an unerring sense of balance—has made Vietti one of the great reference-point producers of Piedmont.

When you talk about Angelo Gaja, you aren't just talking about wine. You are talking about a revolution. I mean, we take it for granted now that Italian wine stands toe-to-toe with the best of Bordeaux and Burgundy, but back in the 1960s and 70s? That was absolutely not the case. Piedmont was rustic. It was traditional. It was a place of giant, old casks and farming methods that hadn't changed in a century.

When most people think of Piedmont, their minds jump straight to Nebbiolo. They think of the regal tannins of Barolo and the perfumed elegance of Barbaresco. But just to the south, in the steep, high-altitude hills of Dogliani, another story is being told—a story of Dolcetto. And no one tells it with more passion, precision, and soul than Anna Maria Abbona.

The name of this place represents something exceptional: it means unity in an area where history, heritage, and prestige often define names. The Produttori del Barbaresco facility has existed since 1958, and it represents the living force of its entire community. A genuine co-operative emerged from necessity while sharing core principles, and it ended up becoming famous for creating top Nebbiolo wines from Piemonte.